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Job Description The Director of Product Management for Merch Planning & Selection is a key member of the Nordstrom Product Management team, leading the strategy, vision, and execution for Integrated Merchandising capabilities, including our planning platform and all aspects of assortment selection. This role is accountable for transforming how Nordstrom plans, selects, and quantifies its assortment across all partnership models, enabling merchandising teams to help our customers feel good and look their best by having the right product in stock in the right place at the right time. This leader will partner closely with Engineering, Merchandising Business and other domain teams to design and deliver capabilities that modernize the connected planning platform, streamline the merchant experience, and provide AI-powered support and seamless information exchange. The Director will oversee multiple product teams focused on Merchandise Financial Planning, Assortment Planning, Selection & Intent, Item Planning & Quantification, and Spend/Open to Buy controls. Product Management is responsible for making sure we build the right products and features for our customers and business. To accomplish that, product managers plan the product roadmap and prioritize the applicable technology backlog, lead product discovery, and measure and communicate results of the feature portfolio in production, all while ensuring stakeholder alignment. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Define the long-term Planning & Selection product vision and roadmap, aligning with Nordstrom's strategy and goals Drive adoption of new capabilities including data-driven market shopping lists, breadth and depth planning, and structured intent capture in Toolio Lead deprecation strategy for legacy systems as capabilities migrate Product Execution Develop roadmap strategy, vision, business benefits, and prioritization of goals for Connected Merchandise Planning and Connected Assortment Planning capabilities Lead multiple product managers and teams to deliver high-impact capabilities across Merchandise Financial Planning, Assortment Planning (Supplier, Category, Location), Selection & Intent, and Item Planning & Quantification Own the prioritization process, balancing short-term business needs with long-term capability development and legacy system deprecation timelines Cross-Functional Partnership Collaborate with Engineering leadership to ensure timely and high-quality product delivery Partner with Merchandising teams to deeply understand business needs and define requirements, KPIs, and success Work with Data Science and Analytics teams to develop forecasting, demand signals, and optimization models that power AI-driven recommendations People Leadership Build, coach, and inspire a high-performing product management organization with clear accountability and ownership Foster a culture of customer-centric, data-driven decision making Builds excellent teams through outstanding hiring decisions and direct feedback that supports employee growth A day in the life... Highly skilled with the following competencies, requiring minimal management support: Develops roadmap strategy, vision, business benefits, and prioritization of goals for Integrated Merchandising and Selection capabilities to create a modernized, connected planning experience for merchandising teams Ensures alignment on priorities and direction by partnering with business teams and other domains Collaborates with peers and leaders across the enterprise to solicit needs, define vision and ensure outcomes align with enterprise priorities and goals Partners with technology teams to deliver key features including data-driven item quantification, centralized assortment visualization, and AI-powered recommendations Stays current on industry standards/trends in merchandise planning and assortment optimization Presents compelling strategies, plans and updates to all levels of the organization, including executive leadership on a regular basis, influencing through meeting presence and the creation of strategy documents You own this if you have... 10+ years' experience or equivalent with 5+ years of management experience required, specifically in product management with technology or retail/ecommerce company preferred Background and understanding of Retail Technology Proven track record of building and launching products/tools at scale that enable operational efficiency for merchants and vendors, with emphasis on automation, exception management, and workflow optimization Ability to inspire others, including demonstrated experience managing and leading strong teams Ability to define, measure and analyze processes to identify improvement opportunities, particularly in manual, error-prone workflows Technical background and understanding of software development principles, system integration patterns, and data quality management Familiarity with retail merchandise lifecycle from planning, product selection through ordering, receiving, and lifecycle management Ability to build relationships cross-functionally Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders at all levels including executive leadership Experience driving transformation from manual, legacy processes to modern, automated, data-driven capabilities We’ve got you covered… Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including: Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away Life Insurance and Disability Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources A few more important points... The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job. For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com. Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines. © 2022 Nordstrom, Inc Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs. Nordstrom keeps job postings open for at least one day after the posting date. Pay Range Details The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations. Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. $200,500.00 - $332,000.00 Annual This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_20-21.pdf About Us We’re a fast-moving fashion company that started as a shoe store in 1901. This heritage of service is the foundation we’re building on as we provide convenience and true connection for our customers. We empower our people to be innovative, creative and focused on providing the best service to our customers. Through it all, we remain committed to leaving the world better than we found it. Whether you’re a genius engineer, a phenomenal salesperson or a supply chain pro, we invite you to bring your unique talents and join our team. We reward great work, promote from within and celebrate diversity. CUSTOMER OBSESSED We strive to know our customers better than anyone else. We listen, anticipate, build trust and move with speed to deliver on their needs. OWNERS AT HEART We treat every interaction as an opportunity to make an impact and deliver excellence. CURIOUS AND EVER CHANGING We approach problems with curiosity and create solutions. We unlock potential to be bold, think big and inspire innovation. HERE TO WIN We’re committed to delivering results, both today and tomorrow. We win as a team by supporting and challenging one another to be better every day. WE EXTEND OURSELVES We treat each other with respect and kindness. We do the small things that make a big difference. We create a welcoming environment, helping people feel connected, valued and part of one community. Come on! Join us!